Copenhagen Fashion Week

via fashioncanvas

Taking notes on how to outfit myself for New York's upcoming Fashion Week.

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M

Cacti and Indians

via studdedhearts

Taking the western theme straight out to the desert. I like it.

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M

Barlow Resort 2010 Collection

By now you are probably welllllll aware of my love and obsession with the clothing line, Barlow (also seen here and here). However, you cannot even begin to image how crazy excited I was when one of the designers, Alice Barlow (I mean, the brand in named after her!!), contacted me and offered to personally introduce me to their Resort 2010 Collection. Once again, the collection did NOT disappoint. With the idea of protection and military gear in mind, the line embodied a muted color palette of grays, whites, and greens, and also directly referenced the tools of protection with pieces that closely resembled leather gun holder vests and details such as bullet and ID holders. A print that could only be described as an "Atom Bomb" appeared on numerous tops, and the animal with the best and most ultimate protection gear, the DINOSAUR (!!!), made its way onto some knits and even became the inspiration behind a whole new t-shirt line. Named after Ms. Barlow's 5th Grade handwriting project about the "Barlowsaurus," the super soft t-shirts will be available in conjunction with the this collection. As a resort line is meant to serve transitionally, the line related to both the Fall/Winter and Holiday 2010 collections with it's apocalyptic feel and references to 1980s and 1990s cult movies. Still, it moved us further into spring with creations that could be worn and draped multiple ways, plus more raw edges and tons of fun, asymmetrical pieces. As a dichotomy of tomboy and oversized-comfort mixed with a sense of quite the opposite-girly, sexy, trendy-the Resort 2011 Collection just might be Ms. Barlow and her design partner Ms. Molly Girard Coonan's best yet! I can only say that Barlow just keeps on getting better and better and better and better.

"ID Holder" Pocket Top

"Atom Bomb" Sweater, and "Bullet Holder" Pocket Tee

Alice Barlow's 5th Grade Handwriting Project of the "Barlowsaurus "

Barlowsaurus T-Shirt Collection

Alice Barlow & Me

What I wore: Top by Torn by Ronny Kobo, Maxi Skirt by Emma&Sam, Shoes by Cynthia Vincent, Bracelets by Noir and House of Harlow, Neckalce (worn as sash) by ByLaShan

HUGE thank you to Alice for meeting with me, showing me the collection, and for sharing the Resort 2010 Look Book, plus her 5th Grade "Barlowsaurus" Project! (AND for gifting me my favorite zip-up sweater, which I tried on/modeled for you here.) Check out some of my favorite pages from the look book below:

To learn more, see more, and to shop for Barlow, click here.

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M

Deadly Fashionable

I die for death motifs and my wallet will die for Filipino designer Kermit Tesoro's skull heels.

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M

Shared Spirit

Messy buns, messy eyebrows, Bambi Northwood-Blyth, and the tribal influence on these Sass & Bide dresses? Incredible.

To see more and to shop Sass & Bide's Tomorrow the Great Collection, click here.

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M

Micky London

Growing up in London, the dynamite sibling duo of Abba and Kabir "Micky" Manchanda channeled the culture of their European upbringing to bring us this hot new clothing line which is most properly named, Micky London. Now, as New Yorkers, the two have combined the sophistication of the British with the edge of New York City to create a brand and style all their own. The Micky London girl dresses for success, is independent, and loves not only her career, but the excitement of city life and a fun night out among friends and family. Hence the clear ability for each piece to cross from day-to-night, from work-to-a-night-on-the-town! And not only does ML have great day-to-evening versatility, but it also bridges the gap between mother and daughter dressing. The entire collection is completely ageless. I mean really, what girl doesn't have a ball in her own mother's closet? Now moms will be raiding their daughter's closets, too. Overall, Micky London is a collection to share, where age is certainly not an issue. The silhouettes are both classic and flattering. Plus, each piece that embodies a pop of vibrant color fits perfectly into any wardrobe. Serious with a real spark of sexy, Micky London is all about attitude.

Check out some of my favorite looks from the Micky London Fall/Winter 2010 Collection:

And now I bring you a very exclusive sneak peek of the very, very first look at what is in the works for Micky London and their Spring 2011 Collection. I was lucky enough to get my hands on the sketches for the upcoming collection, so stay tuned for what materializes. How exciting is this?!

Thank you to all of the people at the Micky London Showroom for sharing your Look Book and sketches!

To see more, learn more, and to purchase Micky London, click here.

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M

Upgrade You

As the Christian Dior Boutique on 57th Street undergoes renovations, we are treated to the sight of their biggest bag yet. Literally.

Dig this creativity and foresee some pretttty fabulous renovations.

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M